Go Birds! Daily, June 11th: Eagles sign two players; Mini Camp Day 2 Recap

Go Birds!36mJune 11, 2026
AI-Generated Summary

The Eagles' final offseason practice before training camp revealed a team in transition, with a struggling offense and a defense that looks dominant. Jalen Hurts delivered a notably terse press conference, avoiding direct answers on the ESPN article questioning his coachability and declining to dispute AJ Brown's claim that they've grown apart. The most striking moment came when Hurts denied picking the final play of the season—a move that, while plausible, underscores the lingering tension around accountability. Meanwhile, the Eagles made two roster moves: waiving linebackers Chandler Martin and Isaiah King, then signing veteran defensive end A.J. Epinesa and offensive guard Michael Jordan, both of whom bring experience but are on the bubble. Jalen Carter remained absent from team drills, signaling a contract impasse. On the field, the offense looked disjointed—especially without key players like Devontae Smith and Makai Lemon—while Tariq Woolen emerged as the standout performer, recording a sack and an interception in a single series. The backup quarterback battle between Tanner McKee and Andy Dalton is now a real competition, with McKee showing efficiency but Dalton still holding an edge in experience. Despite the struggles, the team’s culture and player development—evident in Cam Juergens’ renewed energy and UR Bernard’s emotional first press conference—suggest a foundation for growth.

Key Takeaways
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Jalen Hurts denied picking the final play of the season, a move that could be strategic avoidance rather than truth.

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Tariq Woolen has emerged as the most impressive player in offseason workouts, with a sack and interception in one series.

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The Eagles’ backup QB battle is real: Tanner McKee showed efficiency, but Andy Dalton holds an edge in experience and trust.

4

Jalen Carter is not practicing due to a contract standoff, marking the first major offseason tension point.

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Cam Juergens appears healthier and more engaged, signaling a positive shift in his recovery and mindset.

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Chapters
0:06
3 min

Eagles' Final Offseason Practice & Family Day

The Eagles held their last offseason practice before training camp, marking a bittersweet end to the offseason. The team hosted a family day with kids playing on the field, coaches and players bonding, and a burger party. The atmosphere felt like the last day of school, with reporters and staff saying goodbye until training camp.

2:37
4 min

Roster Moves: Signing Epinesa and Jordan

The Eagles waived linebackers Chandler Martin and Isaiah King and signed defensive end A.J. Epinesa and offensive guard Michael Jordan. Epinesa brings veteran experience but limited production, while Jordan adds depth at guard with experience across multiple systems.

7:02
4 min

Injury Absences & Jalen Carter’s Contract Standoff

Devontae Smith missed practice for his wedding, Makai Lemon and Jahad Campbell are recovering from injuries, and Jalen Carter did not participate in team drills. The absence is widely believed to be contract-related, with the Eagles and Carter not yet in agreement.

10:45
5 min

Jalen Hurts’ Press Conference: Avoiding the Fire

I've never really asked for an opportunity to respond to anything. So just let it live and go do my job.

Highlight
15:58
4 min

Backup Quarterback Competition Heats Up

Nick Sirianni confirmed that the backup QB spot is a competition between Tanner McKee and Andy Dalton. McKee was efficient in practice, but Dalton has experience and a higher ceiling. The Eagles are rotating the two, signaling no clear starter yet.

High-Impact Quotes
Tariq Woolen has been pretty unbelievable. Like his size, his playmaking ability. The Eagles don't often pay a premium for one year. It's just not something they really do. And you can see why they did it with Tariq Wollin.
Elliot35:13
You know, you can cut an apple so many ways until you find out a new way to cut an apple. And then you're like, I like cutting this apple this way.
Cam Juergens21:41
Yeah, I've never really asked for an opportunity to respond to anything. So just let it live and go do my job.
Jalen Hurts13:19
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